Statistics on COVID-19, unemployment & UI benefits
Updated : August 4th, 2020
There is little doubt that coronavirus has taken the world by storm. With West Virginia reporting a confirmed case, all 50 states in the United States are now affected by the coronavirus pandemic. The deadly virus is not only lead to the shutdown of the states and assaulted the U.S. economy but also increased the unemployment rate. For those losing employment through no fault of their own, filing for UI benefits can be an effective way to overcome the unexpected financial crisis.
Amid the outbreak of coronavirus, many states have eased the unemployment benefits criteria and are offering immediate financial relief to those who have lost employment owing to the COVID-19 pandemic impacts such as travel restrictions, project cancelation, temporary shutdown of social gathering places, etc.
In this article, we will have a detailed look at the number of COVID-19 cases in popular states, the unemployment rate, and the unemployment benefits (UI) offered.
| STATES | CONFIRMED COVID-19 CASES | UNEMPLOYMENT RATE 2020 | UI BENEFITS (MAX/WEEK) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Florida | 146,341 | 12.9% | $275 |
| Michigan | 70,223 | 22.7% | $363 |
| California | 223,645 | 15.5% | $450 |
| New Jersey | 176,399 | 15.3% | $696 |
| Illinois | 143,514 | 16.4% | $648 |
| Nevada | 17,894 | 28.2% | $426 |
| Ohio | 51,655 | 16.8% | $598 |
| New York | 417,328 | 14.5% | $435 |
| North Carolina | 63,734 | 12.2% | $350 |
| Pennsylvania | 90,555 | 15.1% | $561 |
| Oregon | 8,485 | 14.2% | $538 |
| Washington | 33,391 | 15.4% | $713 |
| Connecticut | 46,362 | 7.9% | $688 |
| Kentucky | 15,347 | 15.4% | $502 |
| Virginia | 62,189 | 10.6% | $378 |
| Georgia | 79,417 | 11.9% | $330 |
| Minnesota | 35,861 | 8.1% | $740 |
| Maryland | 67,254 | 9.9% | $430 |
| Massachusetts | 108,768 | 15.1% | $1153 |
| Indiana | 45,228 | 16.9% | $390 |
| Colorado | 32,511 | 11.3% | $573 |
| Louisiana | 57,095 | 14.5% | $284 |
| Tennessee | 42,297 | 14.7% | $275 |
| New Hampshire | 5,760 | 16.3% | $427 |
| Missouri | 21,778 | 9.7% | $320 |
| Iowa | 28,874 | 10.2% | $559 |
| Wisconsin | 28,058 | 14.1% | $370 |
| Oklahoma | 13,172 | 13.7% | $520 |
| Alabama | 37,175 | 12.9% | $265 |
| Utah | 21,664 | 9.7% | $543 |
| Arizona | 76,987 | 12.6% | $240 |
| South Carolina | 34,644 | 12.1% | $326 |
| Rhode Island | 16,764 | 17.0% | $707 |
| Arkansas | 20,257 | 10.2% | $451 |
| Hawaii | 900 | 22.3% | $630 |
| Kansas | 14,513 | 11.2% | $474 |
| Maine | 3,219 | 10.6% | $667 |
| Idaho | 5,752 | 11.5% | $414 |
| West Virginia | 2,870 | 15.2% | $424 |
| Montana | 919 | 11.3% | $518 |
| Nebraska | 19,042 | 8.3% | $414 |
| Delaware | 11,376 | 14.3% | $330 |
| Vermont | 1,208 | 15.6% | $466 |
| Mississippi | 26,567 | 15.4% | $235 |
| Wyoming | 1,450 | 9.2% | $489 |
| Alaska | 904 | 12.9% | $442 |
| District of Columbia | 10,292 | 11.1% | $444 |
| South Dakota | 6,716 | 10.2% | $390 |
Have you lost your employment due to the Coronavirus? File a claim for unemployment benefits through a hassle-free process and get benefited during this tough time.
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I lived in ga in 2019 and move to florida in 2020 and work for the xmas months in nov-dec. I was told to do a combine wage claim. my question is which state do i file the claim in?
Alisa,
Please consider filing from the state where your last employment was based.
I filed for pua in Ohio back in October 2020.My claim has been in ajudacatuon since 11/1/20.So 2 to 6 weeks is a total understatement! When I call.i am told to basically hurry up and wait some more.I have recently been redetermined and my claim is allowed.but I have one pending issue.How long is too long?
Nicole,
Unfortunately, nobody has an answer. There are perhaps thousands of pending applications. Please consider the option of visiting an office in the vicinity if safe and feasible.
If you claim your weeks for unemployment and for the next 2 months you still have not received your money. Where can you go in volusia county to talk with a live person
Melinda,
Please consider the option of visiting an office in the vicinity if safe and feasible.
On NYS DOL website, my claim is saying current yet the information is for my old claim with 0 days remaining despite receiving 2 weeks of payments on the new claim and I was able to certify last night. I haven’t received anything; no letters or emails.
Ellina,
Have you tried calling the Unemployment Office in this regard?
I was disqualified for UI benefits for not providing an ID and other forms of identification. How do I fix this?
Manuel,
You can consider filing an “Appeal”. Details will be available on the official website.
What is the procedure if it appears a pension amount has not been applied to Unemploymemt claim?
Jerry
Jerry,
Please speak to a member of the Claims Center for assistance.
My name micheal powell79 i. Been trying to file for a weekly but it wont let me !!can someone please help
Michel,
Please let us know how we can help you.
Hi Mike, I’m in NYS and was at the end of my BYE on 3/14, I was still certifying but wasn’t getting paid. I found out I had to file a new claim because my other was exhausted. I’m still waiting on approval. Maybe you have to file a new claim. I hope this helps.
I help I have no job
Arsenal,
Please let us know how we can help you.
They say 2-6 weeks it’s more accurate to say 2-6 months; and when you call many of them are rude and unwilling to assist!
Ronald,
They might be swarmed with calls and inquiries.
someone needs to look into Sharon L. Anton gillette, wyo. or dickinson, nd she is a fraud and has done so many fraudulent things and please look into her
Annette,
Please report it to the Fraud Division of the Unemployment Office in your state. You can report on the website.
I worked part time for thee years here in florida. I’m currently not working. I’m also retired and collects social security.
My question is
Am I qualified to file for unemployment ?
Ruby,
To be eligible, you’re required to have sufficient hours and earnings. Please use the “Benefits Calculator” available on this website.
So adjudication takes 8 to 12 weeks. Oh okay, that explains why I havent received payment since July. That surely helps just like the rest of the information that you give. And by the way. What’s the NEW reason you can’t get through to the Call Center.
I am having problems applying for benefits online. any suggestions? possibly a direct link?
Robert,
I hope you were able to get to the bottom of it.
No. I was hoping to see a contact number or site for reporting fraud.
Steve,
You will find it on your state’s Unemployment Office website.
I Would like to apply for my unemplyment.
Deidre,
You can easily apply for UI benefits on the official website of the Unemployment Office in your state.